Job Description

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• Implement SMU brand of transformative education through out-of-classroom learning in the co-curricular space with identified learning outcomes

• Deliver and assess out-of-classroom student learning outcomes as developed.
• Contribute to the review and refinement of both the pedagogical and system-interface aspects of the implementation.
• Discover and Nurture Student Talents and Leaders

• Manage and mentor assigned student clubs as assigned include but not limited to Broadcast and Entertainment, Ambassadors Corp etc.
• Build rapport and work with the various student executive committees of the of the assigned co-curricular clubs.
• Identify and recruit credible, committed and enthusiastic student leaders and the clubs\' members.
• Work with students to win their trust and respect so as to inspire and motivate them to strive for excellence in their co-curricular participation.
• Oversee the appointment of and manage ongoing relationships with trainers for assigned co-curricular clubs.
• Implement and administer suitable training programmes for the clubs.
• Guide clubs\' training plans (including online training) and their annual work plan with the respective EXCO.
• Create for SMU students a wealth of opportunities to grow in their knowledge and performance of their craft and/or discipline(s), through partnerships and collaborations.
• Lead assigned co-curricular clubs to participate in both local and overseas exchange when the opportunity arises, to establish SMU as a university that focuses on holistic education through co-curricular engagements.
• Deliver to the SMU Community, Singapore and Worldwide the vibrant brand of SMU

• Manage, as a producer, certain projects in university-wide marquee events, physical or online, such as SMU Patron\'s Day. The tasks include but not limited to:

• Lead and mentor a student organizing committee or team, in areas such as Finance, HR, Operations, Logistics, Production Management, Partnerships etc.
• Assist Head of Cluster in the monitoring of cluster and event budgets.
• Coordinate and execute administrative matters related to events.
• Draft ITQ brief for issuance of contract to any third-party vendors as directed, including ad-hoc hires.
• Develop, draft, and modify operational workflow and SOPs, and AAR reports.
• Provide supervision of production crew and/or other partner entities on SMU premises for SMU-organised events.
• Develop relationships with external corporate and/or community partners with an aim for creative and/or mutually beneficial collaborations.
• Participate in the execution of a results-driven, multi-platform marketing and communications strategy for events. - working with vendors and agencies to develop supporting assets

Qualifications:

• Preferably University degree in Arts Management, Events Management, Mass Communications, Digital Media / New Media / Multi-Media / with majors in Production, Entertainment, Media Management, Arts Education, Technical and Production Management.
• Candidate should have at least 5 years of hands-on experience in events management, specifically in the area of producing and/or production management.
• Ability to work with young adults (19-24 years old) and build student leadership competencies.
• Facilitation skills and knowledge of assessment of learning outcomes will be a key advantage.
• Self-motivated with strong inter-persona and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate concepts and ideas well; written and verbal.
• Possess strong organizing and coordinating capabilities.
• Good contacts with the relevant Industry\'s Agencies and Officials to share industry best practices.
• Keen interest in organising events and building relationships with corporate partners.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of financial budgeting and basic accountancy.
• Have a cheerful and pleasant disposition, with the ability to work in a team.

Other Information:#LI-ST1Candidates who do not possess the stipulated qualifications but have relevant work experience may still apply. Remuneration and appointment terms shall commensurate with qualifications and experience. SMU reserves the right to modify the appointment terms where necessary.About Us:Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The \'family-like\' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

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